Two new studies highlight how supervised oral immunotherapy can help children safely overcome food fears and why early intervention may change what’s possible for kids with allergies.
After three years of treatment, most children in a new clinical study could safely tolerate the equivalent of several peanuts, offering hope for families managing food allergies.
New research from Mass General Brigham shows how gut neurons respond to bacteria, parasites and allergens, offering clues to how the body stays in balance.
Researchers say foodborne E. coli strains could be responsible for thousands of urinary tract infections, with the highest risks in underserved neighborhoods.
Scientists find that a foodborne pathogen can block the gut’s natural defense, offering clues to new ways of preventing infection.
Scientists discover that a genetic mutation linked to psoriasis may also slow digestion and weaken the gut’s defenses, revealing a surprising connection between skin and gut inflammation.
UBC microbiologist Brett Finlay explains how diet, exercise and lifestyle shape your body’s microbial ecosystem, and why most probiotics are not worth your money.
Real-world data show that national guidelines encouraging early exposure to peanuts and other allergens are reducing the number of children diagnosed with food allergies.
Researchers say pairing fermented probiotics with prebiotic fiber may better support gut and immune health than single supplements.
New research shows that olive oil’s key fatty acid could strengthen immune defenses, while fats from palm oil and processed meats may weaken them.
Researchers discover hundreds of new gut viruses that may influence how food and inflammation shape digestive health.
Researchers discovered that compounds in the aromatic spice can trigger antiviral signaling in human cells, but more research is needed to see what it means for people.
Training videos, record prompts and family handouts made pediatricians 15 times more likely to recommend early peanut introduction.
The amino acid stimulated immune cells to help regenerate the intestinal lining, raising hopes for new gut-healing strategies.
A large study in Shanghai links pickled, smoked and fried foods to higher asthma rates, while seafood appears protective.
In mice, a new vaccine blocked dangerous allergic reactions, offering a glimpse of future prevention strategies.
New research suggests that eating more fruit could reduce the impact of polluted air on lung function, especially in women.
New research shows that inactive bird flu particles in pasteurized milk pose minimal health risks, while raw milk remains a concern.
Large U.S. study finds children with chronic medical issues face greater challenges accessing food, even beyond income differences.
A new study shows that a common gut fungus fuels salmonella’s spread by altering immune response and nutrient pathways.
A new meta-analysis suggests vitamin D3 is more effective at supporting healthy levels, but both forms still play a role in nutrition.
A clinical trial finds that introducing blueberries in infancy may support gut health, immunity and fewer allergy symptoms.
A King’s College London study links plant-rich eating with healthier mouths and lower inflammation.
Mediterranean-style diets could help mothers recover after childbirth and lower infection risk in infants, new studies find.
New study suggests improving access to nutrition programs like SNAP could help ease the health burden of long COVID.
